7 shoes that are in right now and 5 that are out, according to stylists and designers
September 27, 20240
Basic, chunky sneakers were big for a while, but they’ve been eclipsed by newer trends.
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Webster said chunky sneakers (especially high-end ones) are out unless they have enough uniqueness to stand out.
“Shoes that are more affordable are starting to overpower high-end brands like Balenciaga because those are pretty cliché and overdone,” he told BI.
The designer recommended looking for more affordable chunky shoes that aren’t necessarily sneakers. Brands like Crocs or Edy are a good place to start looking.
Classic running shoes are being replaced with utilitarian options.
Show a bit more skin this fall with shorter boots.
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Instead of reaching for knee-highs this fall, Mammadova said she plans to gravitate toward shorter boots.
“Knee-highs were all the rage a few years ago, but calf-length boots are taking over with the recent moto-style clothing trend,” she told BI. “Plus, they’ve got that nostalgic feel that’s really in right now.”
Laid-back sandals are no longer as popular.
Sneakerheads may always make room for them in their closets, but the general public is over basketball shoes.
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Classic basketball sneakers, like Jordans, aren’t as hot as they once were.
“The streetwear trend has died down, and with so many shoe options out there, people are finding everyday shoes that look better and cost less,” Mammadova said.
This is especially true as styles shift toward sleeker and thinner silhouettes — chunky basketball shoes just don’t fit this fall.
